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Decarnation

Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2023

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Quick resume

Where do you run to when your demons reside within you? Decarnation is a pixel art adventure/action puzzle game with a horrific story inspired by some of the most influential films and novels in the genre. Dive into a breathtaking thriller where nightmares and dreams intertwine…

Global score

88/100

Genres

Action, Adventure, Indie, Role-playing (RPG), Puzzle

Pros

  • Compelling psychological horror story
  • Beautiful and detailed pixel art
  • Excellent soundtrack including akira yamaoka
  • Thoughtful handling of sensitive themes
  • Immersive surreal atmosphere

Cons

  • Limited and simple gameplay
  • Some minigames and puzzles feel repetitive or frustrating
  • Slow pacing in parts
  • Short overall length
  • Minor bugs and achievement issues reported

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    3

    "Players control Gloria's actions and decisions in a narrative-driven experience with some freedom in exploration and puzzle solving."

  • Competence
    1

    "Gameplay is light with simple puzzles and minigames; some skill required but mostly predictable and narrative focused."

  • Competition
    -5

    "No evidence of competitive elements; focus is on personal narrative experience without comparison to others."

  • Continuation
    2

    "Players report engaging story and atmosphere encouraging extended play sessions, though some find pacing slow."

  • Cooperation
    -5

    "Single-player experience focused on individual exploration and story; no multiplayer or cooperative play."

  • Creativity
    4

    "Strong artistic expression through pixel art, surreal environments, and narrative symbolism; some player interaction with puzzles."

  • Domination
    -5

    "No elements of exerting control or superiority over others; cooperative and respectful narrative tone."

  • Escapism
    4

    "Players use the game to immerse in a surreal, psychological horror world, escaping real life through story and atmosphere."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily driven by interest in narrative, art, and psychological themes rather than obligation."

  • Experimenting
    2

    "Some exploration of surreal environments and puzzle solving, though gameplay is mostly established narrative routines."

  • Exploration
    3

    "Players explore Gloria's psyche and dreamlike environments with some discovery of symbolic details."

  • Expression
    3

    "Artistic self-expression is strong in game design; player customization is minimal but narrative expression is rich."

  • Fantasy
    4

    "Strong surreal and psychological horror elements with dreamlike, imaginative fiction and symbolic storytelling."

  • Fellowship
    -5

    "Primarily a solitary experience with minimal social interaction or community features."

  • Growth
    3

    "Narrative focuses on personal development, healing, and psychological growth of the protagonist."

  • Health
    -5

    "No physical activity or health-related gameplay elements; sedentary narrative experience."

  • Idle
    -3

    "Requires focused reading and interaction; not a background or casual filler game."

  • Intimacy
    3

    "Emotional depth and psychological intimacy with protagonist's inner world, though no social intimacy."

  • Leadership
    -5

    "No leadership or group management elements; single-player narrative experience."

  • Progression
    2

    "Narrative progression and unlocking story chapters; minimal item or upgrade accumulation."

  • Relaxation
    1

    "Atmosphere is tense and unsettling, but some players find catharsis and flow in the experience."

  • Sensation
    4

    "Strong sensory stimulation through detailed pixel art, haunting soundtrack, and emotional storytelling."

  • Status
    -5

    "No social status or recognition systems; focus on personal narrative experience."

  • Story
    5

    "Highly narrative-driven with deep psychological horror story and character development."

  • Strategy
    0

    "Minimal strategic or problem-solving demands; some light puzzles but mostly straightforward gameplay."

  • Thrill
    3

    "Psychological suspense and unsettling atmosphere create tension and emotional thrill."

  • Value
    3

    "Players feel the game offers good value for its price and length, especially for narrative and artistic quality."

  • Violence
    -3

    "Some combat and horror elements present but focus is more on psychological and symbolic horror than violence."

  • Survival
    1

    "Some avoidance and stealth sequences, but overall low risk and minimal survival mechanics."

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